On Sunday, Deb's stepdad "DD" was brought to the hospital because of breathing problems. It turns out he has pneumonia. He stabilized and has been doing somewhat OK over the last few days. Deb travelled to South Boston on Monday to "be there" for her mom and DD. This morning, DD suddenly turned for the worse with more breathing problems, turning blue under the nails, and cold, clammy skin. Got a little better in the day, but then worse again. Deb sent her mom home to rest while she stays in the hospital room chair to be with DD.
Please pray for DD, Deb, and her mom.
Thanks!
~ Tom
Update: DD died Thursday morning at 2 am. We're still not sure exactly what caused his death. We will be leaving tomorrow to join Mom and Granny in South Boston. Thank you for your continued prayers.
~Sarah
I will continue to pray for everyone. Thanks for the update, Tom.
Posted by: Dorothy | Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at 11:02 PM
Thank you for sharing the request. I'll certainly be praying. I hope this isn't too noisy but I couldn't help asking with my background as a nurse. Does "DD" have a history of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder) or CHF (Congestive Heat Failure)? If you are not comfortable responding to this I certainly understand. :) I sure hope he will be on the road to recovery soon. I'll be in prayer for all involved.
God bless you all.
Posted by: lydia | Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at 11:04 PM
Ooops! That should have been "nosey" instead of "noisy." :)
Posted by: Lydia | Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at 11:06 PM
Praying...
Posted by: Islandsparrow | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 04:16 AM
Oh, I knew her mom was supposed to be in this week and imagined them to be having a wonderful visit. I'm terribly sorry her stepdad is so very ill. Praying for them all. Thank you for updating us, Tom.
Posted by: Jodi | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 08:23 AM
I will be praying...
Posted by: Randi | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 08:57 AM
Deb, I will be praying for y'all.
Posted by: Cindi | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 09:28 AM
Thanks for letting us know.Will be praying for everyone.
Posted by: Tammy | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 10:59 AM
When you get to South Boston give your Granny a hug from me and one for your Mom.
Posted by: Tammy | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 12:23 PM
I'm so sorry to hear that he died. We'll be praying for ya'll!!
Posted by: Courtney | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 12:32 PM
So sorry to hear that DD passed away. We will be praying for your safety as you travel and for God to comfort and protect your Granny and the entire family. Love, Dorothy
Posted by: Dorothy | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 12:50 PM
We are so sorry to hear of DD's death. Please know that we are praying for your family. Let us know if there is anything we can do.
Posted by: Julie and Alli | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 12:52 PM
Hi Gang, Just checked your blog, I am so sorry to hear about DD. THis morning we prayed together especially for DD, Deb and her mom, little did we know what was going on in South Boston! We will continue to pray. Our love and hugs to everyone!!! I'll call Deb later.
Posted by: Chris | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 02:29 PM
Yes, praying...
Posted by: Elise | Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 10:55 PM
So sorry for your loss. We'll be sure to keep the family in prayer.
~Kristi
Posted by: Kristi | Friday, April 27, 2007 at 12:16 AM
I'm so sorry to hear of DD's passing! We'll remember you all in prayer this weekend.
Posted by: Susan | Friday, April 27, 2007 at 12:42 AM
I am so sorry Deb. We will continue to pray for you all.
Lots of love to you my friend.
Posted by: Leslie W | Friday, April 27, 2007 at 02:47 PM
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.
Love and prayers
Posted by: Islandsparrow | Friday, April 27, 2007 at 08:31 PM
I extend my sympathy for your loss. Such sad news. God bless & keep you all.
Posted by: Conni Lu | Friday, April 27, 2007 at 09:57 PM
I will be keeping you all in my prayers. I am saddened by your loss.
Posted by: Randi | Friday, April 27, 2007 at 11:18 PM
Prayers for your family in this time of your loss.
Posted by: Tammy S. | Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 09:03 AM
I am so sorry for your family's loss. Praying for you all.
Posted by: Jodi | Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 09:51 AM
So sorry to hear this news....prayers are being said for you ALL today...
Posted by: Debi | Monday, April 30, 2007 at 08:27 AM